Reasons and Evidence Sheet: Essay #1 (Short Story)

Reasons	Evidence and explanation: Specific quotes, examples, and/or descriptions which support your reason.	

Sample starter sentence for reason: (see "Example topic sentences" 39 for more specifics)

[The]   (insert main idea/point of paragraph –“setting,” “dark hat,” “facial expressions of the protagonist”)  suggests/ illustrates/ shows/ reveals  (insert main point of essay). 

Example:
The flaws in Sammy’s character suggest that he is a realistic hero.
Or
Sammy’s lack of personal gain suggest that he is a realistic hero

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